Shas

'Shas MKs Live Through Agony Every Day'

MK and Shas party founder Nissim Ze'ev reveals: Shas Chairman Aryeh Deri is 'obsessed' with control, slandering Eli Yishai.

Deri Ousts Shas Founder Nissim Ze'ev From List

Shas founder, considered rightist in the leftist-leaning haredi party, gets cut out despite promises as Knesset list finalizes.

Deri: I Call on Those who Left Shas to Come Back

Shas chairman calls on those who left the party to return - including Eli Yishai, who recently formed his own party.

Deri: There is No Sacred Covenant with the Right

During a panel discussion with fellow hareidi MKs, Aryeh Deri discusses his feud with Eli Yishai and plans for the next Knesset.

'Submissive' Deri Officially Returns to Head Shas

It's official: after two weeks away in a measured ploy to gain backing and overcome damaging recordings, Deri is back at the helm of Shas.

End of the Stunt: Deri's Back at the Helm of Shas

Shas MKs have been summoned to a meeting at the party HQ, in which Aryeh Deri will announce his return.

Shas Chief Rabbi Tells Deri: You Can't Quit, Come Back

Rabbi Shalom Cohen, head of the Shas Council of Torah Sages, instructs Aryeh Deri to return to lead the party.

State Allocates $500K to Fortify Synagogues Against Rocket Fire

Deputy Religious Affairs Minister blames Shas for lagging behind in fortifying religious buildings.

UTJ Not Impressed with Hareidi Unity Offer

Source in Ashkenazi hareidi party says unity talk is an attempt by Aryeh Deri to shift attention from his party's woes.

Deri Hints at Return to Shas

In a television interview, Aryeh Deri hints he is returning to lead Shas, but doesn't say it outright.

Poll: United Hareidi Party Would Win 20 Seats

If Shas, Ha'am Itanu and United Torah Judaism run together as one party, they could win 20 seats, finds Makor Rishon poll.

Deri Reportedly to Return to Shas Next Week

Shas head resigned Tuesday amid recording scandal, now to return in PR ploy; tells supporters in protest tent 'we'll continue together.'

Deri-Yishai Squabble Illustrates Shas Power-Vacuum

Dr. Nissim Leon says Aryeh Deri's resignation the result of a crisis of religious authority, created with the passing of Rabbi Ovadia Yosef.

Shas MK: Don't Worry, We Will Survive Without Deri

If the resignation of Aryeh Deri was undertaken to show how badly Shas needs him, it isn't working, MK Nissim Ze'ev said.

Yishai on Leaked Videos: That's Not My Way

Ha'am Itanu chairman makes clear that he had nothing to do with the leaked tapes showing Rabbi Ovadia Yosef speaking out against Aryeh Deri.

The end of Shas?

Deri Hands in Resignation to the Knesset

After Rabbi Yosef tapes expose opposition to Deri and his responsibility for Oslo, Deri steps down - rest of Shas MKs vow to follow him.

Shas Founder: 'If Maran Was Alive This Wouldn't Have Happened'

Shas MK and founding member Nissim Ze'ev laments lost friendship between Yishai, Deri, but says separation ultimately for the best.

Wortzman: Votes Moving to Jewish Home from Shas, Yisrael Beytenu

Disillusionment with Shas drama, Yisrael Beytenu corruption case, the move of both parties to the Left could see Jewish Home win more seats.

Aryeh Deri, Not R' Ovadiah Yosef, Behind Oslo Accords

Footage leaked to the media shows that Deri made the decision for Shas to support Oslo, according to R' Yosef - a fact Deri denied in 2002.

Deri 'Determined' to Resign as Shas Chairman

After his resignation was rejected by Shas rabbis, MK Aryeh Deri tells party members he is determined to step down.

Shas Rabbis Reject Deri's Resignation Request

Aryeh Deri to remain party chairman after ruling from Council of Torah Sages, who personally delivered the news Monday night.

Shas Chairman Aryeh Deri to Resign?

Deri to submit resignation to Shas Council of Torah Sages after R' Ovadiah Yosef recording scandal; request only approved if they accept.

Rabbi Yosef's Children 'Cynically Used' to Defend Deri

Children of Shas spiritual head gather at grave to back Deri and decry 'desecration of honor,' after recording revealed him slamming Deri.

Yishai's Rabbi Denies Connection to Rabbi Yosef Recordings

Rabbi Mazuz, guide to Yishai's new party, says it was not Yishai who released tape showing Shas spiritual head slamming 'evil' Deri.

Explosive Tape Shows Rabbi Yosef Slamming 'Evil' Aryeh Deri

Never before seen recordings show former Shas spiritual head rejecting Deri over corruption; 'Why would I betray Eli Yishai?'

Eli Yishai Backs Netanyahu for Prime Minister

Ha'am Itanu chairman's support follows reports of a Netanyahu-Yishai alliance to weaken Left, Shas.

Shas Embarrassed After Spiritual Leader Insults Yishai

Officials in Shas distance themselves from comments made by Rabbi Shalom Cohen against Eli Yishai and his rabbinic counsel.

Eli Yishai: If Only People Knew What Rabbi Yosef Really Said

Yishai says Rabbi Yosef never supported Oslo Accords; says recordings could reveal all and give him ten mandates.

Polls Shows Joint Arab List Spells the End of Shas

Arab parties' joint list would give more votes to Likud, Jewish Home in latest poll; without Arab unity, Shas could scrape through.

Chaim Amsalem May Lead Third Sephardic Party into Elections

Am Shalem party looks likely to run again, adding to Shas party's headache by further splitting Sephardi-hareidi vote.

Why Was Eli Yishai's First Show of Force Cancelled?

Be'er Sheva branch organizer claims rabbis convinced him to back Shas instead - but was there a personal interest involved?

Coalition deals materializing?

Netanyahu Sources: Cooperation with Yishai's Party

Netanyahu reportedly is overjoyed at Yishai's party weakening Labor-supporting Shas, wants it to be strong - even at expense of Likud votes.

Yishai May 'Play His Hand' Against Deri Over TV Attack

Sources close to Yishai say Deri breached agreement in 'settlement' tirade, say they aren't concerned over polls or Tekuma decision.

Deri Launches Verbal Tirade Against Eli Yishai, 'Settlers'

Shas Chairman accuses Eli Yishai of 'going against Maran,' says that money for 'settlers' against R' Ovadiah's wishes.

Shas Members Berate Yishai For 'His Lies'

In a harsh letter sent by several Shas MKs to Eli Yishai, MKs criticize Yishai for his 'fabricated' claims against Aryeh Deri.

Yishai Split With Deri Because He 'Leans to the Left'

Yishai notes his nationalist opinions created tension with Deri, as did Deri's attempts to limit him; chose not to hold 'putsch.'

Veteran Shas MK: It's Too Bad that Eli Yishai Left

MK Nissim Ze’ev expresses regret that Eli Yishi left Shas but says, "You cannot split Shas. Yishai will turn to other audiences."

Panicked Shas 'Liable to Disappear from Political Map'

Senior Shas source tells Arutz Sheva party is in a dither after polls show Yishai took half their votes; 'we definitely have a problem.'

Yishai Break Splits Shas Electorate Power in Half

Poll shows Yishai's new Yachad party gets four seats, leaves Shas with four, amid speculation of Yachad union with nationalist parties.

State Assigns Security Detail for Eli Yishai

Fears high for Yishai's personal safety after Shas supporters storm Yachad party announcement Monday.

Eli Yishai Announces New Party: 'Yachad'

After last-ditch attempt to keep him in Shas failed, Eli Yishai announced Monday he is forming a new party to be called Yachad.

Rabbi Ovadia Yosef's Daughter Slams Aryeh Deri

IDF Radio obtains recordings of Adina Bar Shalom attacking character of Shas Chairman and wife who 'cut herself a fat check.'

Last Ditch Attempt to Keep Yishai in Shas Fails

Rabbis met as Yishai is poised to declare his new party; MK Chetboun after leaving Jewish Home says joining Yishai 'has been raised.'

Eli Yishai Registers New Party: 'Maran'

The name is the honorific by which Rabbi Ovadia Yosef was known. If it is not approved, the party will be called Yahad.

Deri Instructed Not to Meet with Yishai

Shas Council of Torah Sages instructs MK Aryeh Deri not to meet MK Eli Yishai on Sunday as originally planned.

Report: Eli Yishai is Leaving Shas

MK will either form a party with Uri Ariel, form a Sephardic competitor to Shas or quit politics.

Yishai Gets Hareidi Leader's 'Blessing' for New Party with Ariel

Sources close to Yishai say meeting with Rabbi Shteinman Friday paves way for Shas split, solidifying deal splitting Jewish Home as well.

Shas Split Imminent: Deri 'Doesn't Need Yishai'

Closed conversations reveal Deri deriding his rival Yishai, 'offered him what we offered out of mercy for the guy.'

Key Sephardic Rabbis Warn They'll Leave Shas with Yishai

Prominent rabbis warn Shas over Deri's demands pressing Yishai out, hint more strongly at a union with Ariel splitting Jewish Home too.

Deri's Demands on Yishai Pave Way for Shas Split

Deri and Yishai 'entrenching in positions' as demands of each become known, split likely barring unforeseen developments.

Poll: Joint Party Led by Ariel, Yishai Would Gain 7 Seats

A “Torah-oriented” Religious Zionist list led by MKs Uri Ariel and Eli Yishai would do quite well in upcoming election, poll predicts.

Lapid Accuses Netanyahu and Shas of 'Ugly Deal'

Former Finance Minister claims Netanyahu gave funding for Shas schools in return for Shas supporting funds for Judea and Samaria.

Deri: We're Not Obligated to Anyone, Now or After Elections

Shas chairman makes clear his party isn't obligated to support PM Netanyahu after the elections.

Poll Shows 62% Don't Want Hareidi Coalition

Amid reports of overtures to hareidim by Likud, Yesh Atid and even Labor, poll indicates voters don't want hareidi parties in government.

Shas MK: Lapid Sent 'Messengers' for His Putsch

MK Nissim Ze'ev confirms that Yesh Atid chair "used his seats used to try to bring down the government".

Shas: We Won't Establish Alternative Government

Aryeh Deri speaks out about Netanyahu offer: We will not form alternate coalition if Netanyahu will go ahead with elections.

Netanyahu Makes Another Offer to Hareidim

According to television report, PM has offered hareidim new elections if they recommend that he head the next government.

Deri and Yishai Meet, Decide to Work Together

For the first time in a year, long-time rivals Aryeh Deri and Eli Yishai, held a one-on-one meeting in Bnei Brak.

Deri Hints at Cooperation with Moshe Kahlon

Shas chairman hints at cooperation with former Communications and Welfare Minister who plans to form a new political party.

Shas Chief Rabbi: Don't Listen to Shas Radio Station

Rabbi Shalom Cohen, spiritual leader of the Sephardic hareidi party, had some choice words for Kol Baramah.